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WHAT WE WANT Major Themes: The five most important Characteristics or strategic policy areas of Mounds View 1) Financial Stability 2) Maintain good Infrastructure 3) Demographics: Diversity & Outreach 4) Employee Recruitment & Retention 5) Business Retention & Expansion Vision Statements: A vision statement is an outcome, a result, and an ideal to strive for over a period of time. The following vision statements define the future of Mounds View.  Financial Stability  Maintain good infrastructure in such a way that is walkable & attractive, safe, and affordable  A progressive City that is welcoming, and a desirable destination to all ages & cultures, who seek progress through partnerships, and a place where residents can work, live, and play safely and show pride in the community  Create a culture where employees desire to work and remain employed with Mounds View  Create and maintain a positive business climate where businesses want to locate and remain in Mounds View Strategies: Strategies are combined and synthesized from the overall themes. These strategies form the basis for the goals and action steps. (3 Year Target)  Address the property tax levy limitation in the City Charter, educate residents on Inflow & Infiltration, & keep the same level of service while monitoring expenses.  Maintain and plan for infrastructure improvements including waste water, water, & transportation  Increase community engagement while being sensitive to the changing demographics & their needs and inclusive to all socioeconomic situations  Implement HR policies to recruit and retain staff and provide growth opportunities by making salaries competitive and creating an enjoyable working environment.  Continue BR&E program, maximize utilization of development space and current list of available sites, encourage land owners to maintain their properties, & consider residential redevelopment